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New Delhi, March 29: Prime Minister Narendra Modi in "Mann Ki Baat" praised India’s recent cricketing achievements, highlighting both the national team’s victory in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup and Jammu and Kashmir’s maiden Ranji Trophy win, describing the latter as a “historic milestone” with far-reaching impact on youth in the region.
Addressing the 132nd edition of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat, the Prime Minister said the past month had been marked by “excitement and enthusiasm” among cricket fans across the country.
Referring to India’s triumph at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, he said the victory had filled citizens with pride and created a wave of celebration nationwide.
Turning to domestic cricket, the Prime Minister singled out Jammu and Kashmir’s landmark victory in the Ranji Trophy, noting that the team had secured its first title after nearly seven decades.
Describing the achievement as “unprecedented,” he said it reflected years of sustained effort and determination by the players. “It is most heartening that after such a long wait, the team has achieved this milestone,” he said.
He also highlighted the performance of young pacer Auqib Nabi, whose 60-wicket haul emerged as one of the standout contributions in the competition.
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